How to Shape Natural Nails- Soft Square (my signature shape) EXPLAINED

A quick shaping lesson by a nail technician. *not sponsored.
We just removed hard gel that's why the nails look like this :))

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[TheSalonLife]

Should I make more quick videos like this? With different shapes?

[nikkihoffman]

That’s my favorite shape. Thanks for the tips!

[tammybragdon]

My nails are finally getting healthy since I discovered your channel. It’s probably been a couple of months. They were peeling and I took your advice and I did hot oil treatments at home using avocado oil every day because that’s what I had. I stopped polishing and buffing them. I’ve kept them filed short. They are finally starting to get strong and grow. Maybe now I can try polishing them again? Thank you so much!!!

[wormwoodc]

Yes please, these short videos are great too! Question on nail shapes: do you tailor them exclusively based on the client’s request (if they make one)? If they leave it up to you, what you deem appropriate to the shape of their nail beds? Fingers? Hands? Lifestyle? I read once they should mimic the curvature of the cuticle (what we all now know is the PNF 😜).

[judithhershkowitz]

This is exactly what I hoped for---shaping the nails can be a challenge especially as you mentioned in this video that even on the same hand, the natural nails can have differences that you need to adjust for.

[Michelle-oevr]

Love this shape. My nails and skin around them are looking so much healthier since I discovered your channel and put your advice into practice. I came across another nail channel and she started cutting the skin around the nail and it made me cringe! I used to do that. Glad I know better now.

[chiquitticca]

Hello Anna! 🙋🏼‍♀️ It’s funny, because I have been to do manicures only two times in my whole life (I am 43) and every time I thought, that she was filing the nails wrong, because in my eyes they weren’t symmetric to the white edge of the nail. Since I am watching your videos I understand finally why! 😂

[lifeaccordingtosian]

I love the mix of shorter and longer videos!

[RAJOHN-kemc]

Can you make videos on nails where the side walls are problematic
I ask because it was a problem for me for quite some time
I had to really focus on my side walls because I had constant calluses and over grown skin
I realized i was doing these things: over rubbing when i applied my oils
Unconsciously rubbing the side skin while watching a movie, etc
The left hand was much worse than the right.
I use a dotting tool to push back the skim because its much more gentle
At night after applying my urea cream i put on gel finger protectors (they have holes sonmy fingers dont sweat)

[robinholbrook]

I just shaped my nails as per you today! I’ve ordered the cuticle remover and some oils to mix for soaking. I have Mavala from yrs ago and intend to start using that, too. I will be putting a coat of clear on for protection, too. I plan on doing the oil treatment 2 times a weeks to help my nails heal. I need to watch the video again to see how often to use the Mavala. Anyway, as I told you, I’m doing my nails according to Dr. Anna now! Oh! I will take a photo tomorrow! Wish I had thought to take one before I shaped them. In any case, they already “feel” better! Your devotee in San Antonio, Robin🌹

[carols]

Wonderful video about correct filing of the nails. I could clearly see the angle used and will be doing my nail this weekend....

[AACE]

I always do one side higher too & check exactly the way you do & even hold hand up & look in a mirror!

[carolinemarley]

Oh absolutely!!! They are perfect..I love them. Best wishes from Caroline in the UK

[carols]

Nice filing video. Answered my question about correct use of the nail file and angle. Will be doing my nails this weekend....😃

[RAJOHN-kemc]

I keep my nails oval or almond. I always file a day or two before I remove my polish. The reason is because my nails curve inward a lot and the polish allows for the correct shape. If i reshape the naila unpolished then im never happy with the shape.
My nails grow quickly so i have to reshape every week.

[susandangelser]

This is fabulous. I would love seeing more videos like this. Thank you for your videos. 😊

[starinajar]

Good to know about the tip for filing under the nail!

[nykka]

She is lucky to be able to rock both shapes on nails. Well done Anna!

[annearaullo]

Thank you. Your explanation of the nail plate structure helped me stop buffing my nails.

[AD_]

Absolutely my favorite shape. Classy! ❤️